In-House WordPress Developer Full Time (Cincinnati, OH)
Location : On-Site Only Cincinnati, OH Job Type : Full Time Experience Level : Mid-Senior Department : Web Development Salary : Based on experience (Competitive + Benefits)
About Killerspots Agency
Since 1999, Killerspots Agency has delivered contagiously creative marketing that gets real results. We're a full-service digital marketing and media agency headquartered in Cincinnati, OHserving clients across the globe with jingle production, digital strategy, web development, video production, and more.
We're a fast-paced, energetic, and highly collaborative team. Our culture is grounded in excellence, ownership, and measurable impact. If you're obsessed with clean code, fast sites, and client successthis is your crew.
About the Role
We're hiring a full-time, in-house WordPress Developer to join our Cincinnati office. This is not a remote position. You'll work directly with our creative team and face-to-face with clients to build, maintain, troubleshoot, and improve high-performing WordPress websites.
Your mission : ensure every Killerspots-hosted site is up-to-date, blazing fast, visually impressive, and driving results. You'll be the go-to for clients and internal teams on all things web.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and manage responsive, conversion-optimized WordPress websites.
- Regularly audit, update, and maintain all client sites (plugins, themes, security, speed).
- Troubleshoot downtime and resolve issues proactively.
- Work directly with clients in person and over the phone to understand goals, present ideas, and execute vision.
- Develop custom themes and plugins when needed (you write clean, scalable code).
- Optimize for SEO, performance, UX, and mobile-first design.
- Collaborate with the creative and marketing teams to execute branding and campaign strategies online.
- Stay current with WordPress releases, security updates, and emerging tech.
Requirements
Must-Haves :
3+ years of proven WordPress development experience (portfolio required).Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL.Demonstrated experience developing custom themes and modifying plugins.Experience with performance optimization (caching, CDN, image compression).Understanding of UI / UX principles.Strong communication and presentation skillsyou'll be client-facing.Solid troubleshooting skills with a proactive mindset.Able to work onsite, Monday through Friday, at our Cincinnati office.Highly organized and accountable. You take ownership.Bonus Points For :
WooCommerce experienceSEO optimization expertiseFamiliarity with Git and version controlExperience in agency or fast-paced multi-client environmentsUnderstanding of accessibility standards (WCAG)Application Instructions
To be considered, you MUST submit :
Your resumeA cover letter that tells us why you're the right fitA portfolio link with examples of live WordPress sites you've built or maintainedApplications without all three will not be reviewed.
Absolutely no phone calls, please.
Benefits
Competitive salary (based on experience)Health, dental, and vision insuranceSimple IRA retirement plan with company matchGym Membership option.Fun, collaborative team environmentCreative projects with national clientsGrowth opportunities.Ready to join a team where your work won't just go liveit'll make noise? Apply today and show us what you've built.
Absolutely no phone calls, please.